Tacoma has had three chiefs of the city's police department over the past six years, and that includes newly appointed Chief Patti Jackson, the city's first female police chief. On this edition of Northwest Now, we'll sit down with Jackson to discuss her vision for the future of the Tacoma Police Department.
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Explore how to teach media literacy across K–12 classrooms using engaging, age-appropriate strategies and PBS LearningMedia resources. This workshop helps educators guide students in analyzing media messages, identifying purpose and audience, and developing critical thinking skills that apply across subjects and grade levels. Earn 1 Washington State STEM clock hour by attending this free, one-hour session!
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Meet Bakerbury’s newest and most famous resident--Cora Felton, AKA “The Puzzle Lady.” Cora’s eccentric, no-nonsense approach proves a perfect way to outwit the murderers, con men, and corrupt officials that stand in her way.
Explore the acclaimed filmmaker’s more recent work in new interviews with Burns and his colleagues. The two-hour special features excerpts from Country Music, Muhammad Ali, Benjamin Franklin, The U.S. and the Holocaust, The American Buffalo, The Vietnam War, and others.
Tiger expert Valmik Thapar uncovers 50 years of archival footage, chronicling the legendary tiger clan of Ranthambore National Park and their remarkable revival in northwestern India.
When Mao’s Cultural Revolution ended, China’s door cracked open. Four young, classically trained musicians seized the opportunity to flee to the West. They've performed for 36 years in the U.S. and around the world. Behind the Strings tells how they got there, and the price they pay to stay on top. And, why China is now inviting them back to perform the music that was previously banned.
The South Sound's Grammy-winning opera star.
What you need to know about eye care and how to avoid losing your sight.
Learn the facts about the potential life-saving benefits of using sunscreen.
